GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Mass Communications and Broadcasting Instructor will provide hands-on training and instruction to intellectually disabled adults enrolled in the Project Forward vocational program. This position focuses on developing soft skills related to communication including interpersonal, group, and public communication skills. The Instructor will design and deliver curriculum-based lessons around developing Word and email skills, producing and delivering podcasts, basic camera skills and appropriate communication behaviors. This is a part-time position, including 9 hours /week (6 hours of instruction/3 hours prep time) for the Fall 2026 semester and 18 hours / week (12 hours of instruction/6 hours prep time) for the Spring 2027 semester.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Teach students about the history of communication, including FCC rules, etc.
• Teach students about appropriate communication skills, including eye contact, tone of voice, body language and non-verbal communication.
• Teach students the fundamentals of radio broadcasting, podcasting and production.
• Teach students video pre-production skills and how to operate an HD video camera, performing basic moves and compositions. Make and edit short PSA's.
• Teach students Microsoft Office skills including making flyers, answering email and developing outlines, etc.
• Teach students how to write and deliver a speech/PSA.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong experience with radio, podcasting, video production, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team player with students and Project Forward staff.
• Excellent organizational and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer skills (Microsoft Office), including typing, storing/retrieving computer files, completing an online timesheet, tutorials, etc.
• Ability to perform physical/hands on work.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

One year of experience working with or teaching individuals with special needs.

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

COMPENSATION: $36.55/hour for up to 18 hours/week (including instruction and preparation time) during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. Part-time, non-benefited, MCCC Unit position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Immediate need; applications reviewed upon receipt.

Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information on Cape Cod Community College.

This appointment is subject to the FY2027 budget appropriations.

Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks.

The College cannot consider applicants that do not have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and College policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.